Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab
The Tampa General Hospital
Crystal River, FL

Registered Nurse - Cath Lab

Assists with planning and organization of daily procedures under the direction of the Cath Lab Manager and/or Radiology Director while providing appropriate patient care for completion of procedures within the Cath Lab and Radiology department. Assumes responsibility/accountability for patients for a disignated time frame and provides care to these patients via the nursing process, environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships in a manner designated to project a positive image of the department and the hospital. Ensures that all contacts with patients, the public, physicians, and other hospital personnel are carried out in a friendly, courteous, helpful, and considerate manner to promote a harmonious work environment. Answers telephone in a prompt and courteous manner. Provides assistance, explains procedures and exhibits concern, as appropriate, to callers or in face-to-face situations. Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the hospital's Standards of Conduct and of our external and internal customers. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described within. Education: * At minimum completition/graduation from an nursing program for Registered Nurse. Diploma or transcripts must be provided (diploma preferred). Experience: * One (1) nursing experience in acute care required * One (1) years experience within a Cath Lab performing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) Preferred. * Previous experience in a supervisory role preferred but not required. Licenses/Certificates: * Active State of Florida Registered Nurse License; BLS and ACLS certification required * Completition of Moderate Sedation and Basic Arrhythmia training within ninety (90) days of hire/transfer required.